Learning Specialist Range 3 - Disability Inclusion/Wellbeing - new school commencing Term 1 2026 - Truganina

Location Profile Mindalk Primary School will be established in 2026 to meet the growing educational and enrolment need within Truganina. Our school anticipates 300 enrolments in our inaugural year 2026, from Prep to Year 6 and will be situated within a growing housing estate with neighbouring grasslands, parklands, walkways and a proposed shopping precinct only 25km west of Melbourne¿s CBD. If you are drawn to contributing a vibrant and outstanding learning community with: modern and sophisticated resources and facilities a positive working environment of support a learner-centred collegiate community the opportunity to develop a new school culture with like-minded professionals, this is the opportunity for you. When open in Term 1, 2026 our school will include: 3 learning neighbourhoods an administration and library building specialist spaces including food technology and science outdoor hard courts a community hub with indoor multi-use court, canteen and arts/music spaces a sports field several outdoor learning spaces with shade and landscape gardening a car park with bus access Mindalk Primary School will work to develop a calm and supportive learning community for all that attend. We will do this with evidence-based instruction, inclusive practices and a focus on excellence and equity in learning alongside leadership opportunities for eager professionals. We will offer a variety curricular experiences centred in high-level Literacy and Numeracy practices. Mindalk Primary School will be a Supported Inclusion School (SIS) which will enable us to provide extra support for students with a disability within a mainstream setting. Selection Criteria SC1 Demonstrated expert knowledge of the relevant curriculum. Demonstrated ability to model exemplary teaching practice, including the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills across the curriculum, and implement school priorities. SC2 Demonstrated expertise in the implementation and modelling of high impact teaching strategies that respond to student learning needs. Demonstrated ability to support teachers to evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth SC3 Demonstrated exemplary ability to model the monitoring and assessment of student learning. Demonstrated ability to support others in using data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents. SC4 Demonstrated exemplary interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to engage in collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement. SC5 Demonstrated ability to model behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated ability to support others to reflect on their practice and facilitate school-based professional learning. SC6 Demonstrated experience in the delivery of student and family wellbeing support in a relevant setting and demonstrated experience working with students, teachers, families and external agencies in the area of student wellbeing. Role The role of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Leader is to work collaboratively with all Prep -Year 6 students, teachers and school leaders to guide, direct and facilitate the wellbeing and inclusion of our student population through a tiered approach to support. This role guides the development and implementation of proactive programs and responses to promote resilience and wellbeing amongst the students at Mindalk Primary School (MPS). The MHWL reports to the Assistant Principal and Principal. Operating as a member of the Wellbeing Team, this role will aim to promote the personal, educational and social development of young people through the implementation of our Multi-tiered System of Supports at Mindalk Primary School. The Wellbeing Team support students from Foundation to Year 6. The flexibility and the capacity to prioritise according to need is key to managing this role in a busy school environment; it requires the ability to adapt to a range of situations. This position offers you the opportunity to work with students in supporting them through challenging circumstances, communicating with and between staff and students and working in partnership with parents when required. Making referrals to external service providers and support networks is vital in supporting students appropriately. It is expected that the successful applicant will be able to work within a team environment and manage their workload independently. A key focus of this role is working as part of our school team in achieving improvements in the social, emotional and physical wellbeing of our students. Responsibilities In recognition of the importance of exemplary practice for improved student learning outcomes, the key roles of the Learning Specialists may include but are not limited to: Demonstrating high-level expertise in teaching and learning practice Modelling exemplary classroom practice including through teaching demonstration lessons Working with the school leadership team to develop a shared view of highly effective teacher practice Leading and modelling the implementation of whole-school improvement strategies related to curriculum planning and delivery Playing a key role in the provision of professional learning, including through developing processes and protocols for observation and feedback of teacher practice and peer collaboration Modelling effective learning practice and supporting teachers to seek, analyse and act on feedback and on their practice Providing evidence-based feedback to teaching staff to inform their effectiveness and development Providing expert advice about the context, processes and strategies that will shape individual and school professional learning Supervising and training one or more student teachers and mentoring and/or coaching teachers Modelling exemplary use of student data to inform teaching approaches Developing and promoting school-wide professional learning structures, processes and protocols through Professional Learning Communities Modelling exemplary professional learning practice included through seeking feedback from other teachers and leaders on their own classroom practice as part of critical reflection and inquiry to improve practice Who May Apply Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach and/or have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for the position. Diversity and Inclusion Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school. The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines). Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via education.vic.gov.au Child Safe Standards Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at: https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy DE Values The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at: https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview Other Information No job description available Conditions of Employment All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements. Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check. A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided. Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx Program Benefits No job description available Qualification Requirements To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class a person must have provisional or full registration from the Victorian Institute of Teaching. In addition, from 3 August 2020, to be eligible for employment in the principal class or teacher class, a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education program after 1 July 2016, must demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements. This condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian Initial Teacher Education program completed by the person.

Location: Werribee, Victoria, AU

Posted Date: 11/16/2025